Myopia Control
Myopia Control in Children
Cutting-Edge Care to Slow Short-Sightedness and Protect Future Vision
At Sydney Eye Care – Burwood, we use state-of-the-art technology to actively monitor and control myopia (short-sightedness) in children. With the global rise in childhood myopia, it’s more important than ever to intervene early—and smartly.
Our comprehensive Myopia Control Program combines proven treatments with advanced measurement tools, including axial length scanning, to ensure we’re not just guessing—but actually tracking how your child’s eyes are growing over time.
What Is Myopia and Why Does It Matter?
Myopia is a condition where the eye grows too long, causing blurry distance vision. While glasses and contacts can correct vision, they don’t stop the eye from continuing to elongate—and that elongation increases the risk of serious eye diseases later in life, including:
- Myopic macular degeneration
- Retinal detachment
- Glaucoma
That’s why controlling the rate of eye growth (axial length) is critical. The earlier we intervene, the more vision we can preserve.
Why Axial Length Measurement is the Gold Standard
At Sydney Eye Care – Burwood, we use ocular biometry to measure axial length—the actual physical length of your child’s eyeball. Unlike just checking prescriptions, this gives us a much clearer picture of how fast myopia is progressing, even before changes in vision are noticeable.
- Accurate tracking: Detect small changes in eye growth
- Data-driven care: Compare your child’s eye growth against age-matched norms
- Targeted adjustments: Fine-tune treatment based on real, measurable progress
This advanced tracking allows us to tailor the best combination of treatments and make sure what we’re doing is truly effective.
Start Early. Stay Ahead.
The earlier we detect and control myopia, the greater the impact we can make. With our cutting-edge monitoring tools and personalised care, we help your child see clearly now—and reduce their risk of vision-threatening eye disease later.
Book a Myopia Control Assessment at Sydney Eye Care – Burwood today by calling (02) 9715 1311